What is Gyroplane?

  Groplane means a heavier than air aircraft supported in flight by the reactions of the air on one or more rotors which rotate freely on substancially vertical axis.

  How Gyroplane technology is different from fixed wing and helicopter?

  Gyroplanes operates on the principle of autorotation which means its lift generating devices (rotors) are freely moving by the sheer power of the air on its aero foil surfaces which is not powered.

  Why Gyroplane is called safest of all flying machines?

  Since it works on autorotation principle the rotors are not power driven, if the engine goes off it will not stall and glides to land safely, moreover its design is inspired by Formula one car in a monocoque structure providing protection to the pilot and the passenger from injury on impact.

  How old is this technology?

  Gyroplane was first flown in 9th January 1923 by Juan de la Cierva.

  Do Gyroplane have the VTOL (Vertical takeoff and landing) capabilities?

  In General No. However in certain experimental models jump take off capability is previlant and can partially hower over a point for some time and also has the vertical landing capabilities

  Can Gyroplane fly at night?

  Yes it can, but not yet allowed by the Civil Aviation bodies.

  Can Gyroplane operate during turbulant winds and rain?

  Yes it can fly very efficiently in turbulant winds of upto 40 knots cross winds.

  What is the endurance of the Gyroplane and what kind of fuel it consume?

  Upto 5 hours with full fuel tank (84 l) & it runs on normal unleaded petrol.

  Is the Cabin of the Gyroplane Pressurized?

  No the cabin is neither pressurized nor required.

  What will happen if the Engine goes off?

  As the Rotors are free wheeling and not powered by the engine, the flight behaviour of this aircraft does not undergo any change thus it can gently glide down to nearby place for a safe landing.

  What is the Glide Ratio of the Gyroplane?

  It is around 4:1.

  How complex the Gyroplane is to fly?

  A person with a normal car driving skill, can fly it post training.

  How many person it can carry?

  Xenon 4 XL varient of Xenon Gyroplane can carry upto 3 persons (Including pilot)

  How much area it requires to take off and land?

  Generally For take off 100m max and for landing around 10m ( Depending on weather too )

  What is the Maximum height it can attain?

  Highest Altitude record was set over 23000ft but generally it can fly upto 18000ft

  How old the OEM (Celier Aviation) company is?

  They Started the business in 1993 ( http://www.celieraviation.com/about-us.html).

  In how many countries Xenon Gyroplanes are being used?

  32 countries are actively using Xenon Gyroplanes for different applications and incresing.

  How the Xenon Gyroplane are different from other Gyroplanes?

  The Cabin of the Xenon is very spacious and an engineering work of art- is made of composite materials in monocoque technology which means that it is structurally built in one piece of material, just like Formula 1 cars,.

  Where is the Factory setup of Xenon Gyroplane?

  The factory setup is in POLAND, MALTA and third one is soon to be setup in INDIA

  Why Xenon?

  The Cabin of the Xenon is an engineering work of art - is made of composite materials in monocoque technology which means that it is structurally built in one piece of material, just like Formula 1 cars.

     

  What is a monocoque?

 The Cabin is the main component of the machine. All the other components are mounted around the cabin. The main task of the cabin is to provide an enormously strong shell shape where by all other parts are fixed. This provides a huge safety for pilot in the event of an accident because the cabin is capable of withstanding the load many times exceeding the acceleration of gravity.

  Can Xenon be fitted with different type of fitments to use it for different purpose?

  Yes it can be fitted with different di fitments like floats for water take off and landing, skies for snow take off and landing, agricultral spray equipment, FLIR, land survey equipment, 3-D mapping Eqipment etc.

  Certificate Availed by Xenon Gyroplane?

  Type approved by German civil Aviation Authorities.

  How many variant of xenon Gyroplanes Available?

  6 varients are presently available, and a four seater is in the R&D stage.

  How old the Gyrox Aviation and Celier Aviation joint venture is?

  Its been two years since Gyrox Aviation has collaborated with Celier Aviation in transfer of technology and setting up of Assmebly and Manufacturing plant in INDIA

  Will Gyrox Aviation manufacture the Xenon Gyroplanes in India or import it from the OEM?

  Inititally the Xenon Gyroplane will be assembled in India but on later stage the Manufacturing hub will be setup here in India.

  Will Gyrox Aviation also do the Insurance of the purchased Xenon Gyroplanes?

  Yes we will provide.

  What is the process of doing the Registration in India after purchasing Xenon Gyroplane?

  The Regulations for Gyroplane will soon be published by DGCA, which will cover this question.

 Where the Xenon Gyroplanes can be parked? Will Gyrox Aviation provide the Hanger facility to the owners and at what cost?

  Intially we are planning to provide hanger service in the metro cities only but steadily we will expand this service across the country.

 Will the Gyrox Aviation also do the daily maintenance as well?

  We will provide periodic servicing of the the Aircraft supplied by us as per service manual, we have a professional team to take care of this issue.

 What would be the estimated time of delivery of the Xenon Gyroplane after making the payment?

  We will supply it in three months post payment.

 Can a person own a Xenon Gyroplane on Installment schemes?

  It will be possible through raising bank loans for which we will facilitate the process through our scheduled bankers.

 After owning a Xenon Gyroplane, is there any individual clearances which needs to be taken from the concerned Govt Bodies?

  We have a proficient team to handle such matters.

 Can a prospect buyer take a test flight before purchasing Xenon?

  Yes we are planning for such test flights.

 Can the Xenon Gyroplane be used for all the application specified or is there any constraints?

  Yes the Xenon Gyroplane is capable enough to carry out such applications.

 Are all the Regulation in reference to this aerial platform well in place?

  Yes they will be soon be publised by the regulating authority the DGCA.

 What about the training schedule for becoming the Gyroplane pilot?

  As per training manual for Gyroplane under preparation by DGCA.

 Where is the training school located in India?

  We will have the training school in all the metro cities, but our plan is to take it to every city.

 What is the Minimum Educational Qualification to become a Gyroplane Pilot?

  As per the training regulation.

 What is the medical standards to become a Gyroplane Pilot?

  Lets wait for the Regulations.

 Is training required for a fixed wing and helicopter pilot to become a Gyroplane pilot?

  Yes ofcourse but it will definetely take a lesser time.

 Minimum Flying hour required to become a Gyroplane pilot?

  Lets wait for the Regulations.

 What is the TBO(Time Between Overhaul) of the Gyroplane, will Gyrox Aviation do overhauling?

  2000 hours.

 What are the checks required before take off?

  Daily inspection is sufficient.

 What is the total life expectancy of the Gyroplane?

  Like most other aircraft, the gyroplane airframe has a virtually unlimited life expectancy. The rotor, propeller and engine will have a varying lifetime, depending on the manufacturer. The typical TBO for engines normally varies between 1000 and 2000 hours.